Child Health

Many things can cause a rash in babies and children, and they’re often nothing to worry about.

The NHS provide support for identifying some of the common rashes in babies and children.

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NHS: Rashes in babies and children
It’s important that vaccines are given on time for the best protection. Check the dates your child needs to have their vaccinations by and contact your GP.

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NHS vaccinations and when to have them
Trusted NHS help and advice during pregnancy, birth and parenthood.

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Start for Life
A list of the children’s centres in Bedfordshire. The centres are places where parents with young children can share the challenges and joys of parenthood. They offer a range of activities and support services to help you with all aspects of parenting to make sure your child gets the best start in life.

Phone
01234 341977

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www.ecpbedford.org

Email
admin@gfc.gb.com
Regular meetings and a support network across Bedford.

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www.bedfordtwinsclub.co.uk

Email
bedfordtwinclub@gmail.com
The ECP offers a full range of free services to expectant parents/carers and families with children up to the age of 5. Children Centres are a place where lots of different things happen under one roof. For more information on the services provided by the ECP, you can visit their dedicated website.

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www.ecpbedford.org
Child Bereavement, Trauma and Emotional Wellbeing Service offering support to children, young people and their parents or carers.

Phone
01525 863 924

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www.chums.uk.com

Email
info@chums.uk.com
Download a personalised vaccination calendar, which highlights the dates your child needs to have their vaccinations by.

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www.nhs.uk
Use this visual guide to help you identify common conditions and illnesses that may affect your child. Includes conditions such as measles, slapped cheek syndrome, chicken pox and warts.

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www.nhs.uk
This website provides young people, parents and pregnant women across Bedfordshire, Luton & Milton Keynes with consistent and high-quality advice from local health professionals.

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www.blmkhealthiertogether.nhs.uk